Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Activity Therapist for our GeroPsych Department. This job is permanent, full time.   

Benefits Include:

Competitive Pay Free onsite parkingHealth Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees 401(k) plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants 

Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following:

Conducts assessment and establishes recreational therapy treatment goals and objectives to meet the individual needs of patients.Evaluates each patient's progress and the effectiveness of recreational therapy interventions.Coordinates therapeutic recreation activities for both large and small groups to observe patient response and encourage socialization.Provides patient and patient's family with information regarding leisure life styles and creates an awareness of recreational resources in their community.
Minimum Education
High school diploma or equivalent: □ Preferred X RequiredDrag Edit DeleteRequired Licenses
[Tennessee, United States] Other
Current ADA (Activity Director Certification) or CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist):
X Preferred □ RequiredDrag Edit DeleteMinimum Work Experience
Two (2) years recent experience in a social or recreational patient activities program in a health care setting needed with 1-3 years experience in a geriatric psychiatric or long-term care nursing environment:
X Preferred □ RequiredDrag Edit DeleteRequired Skills
Certifications:
The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:
X Basic Life Support (BLS)
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran